“The multitude is always wrong.”
Quote by Wentworth Dillon, 4th Earl of Roscommon
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Wentworth Dillon, 4th Earl of Roscommon
Wentworth Dillon, 4th Earl of Roscommon, was a 17th-century Irish poet. He made significant contributions to the Irish literary scene and his works are known for reflecting the cultural and political context of his time. more
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Source: The poetical works of ... Wentworth Dillon, earl of Roscommon